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Jackson State University

Jackson, MS·Public·~93% acceptance

Jackson State University is a public university based in Jackson, MS. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 93% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $23,836 per year. About 41% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $39,060 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$23,836/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $32,415
Aid cuts ~$8,579/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Jul 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.1–3.6
SAT (middle 50%)820–1070
ACT (middle 50%)15–20
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
41%
graduation rate
62%
freshman retention
$30,530
median earnings, 6yr
$39,060
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Jackson State University's acceptance rate?
Jackson State University admits about 93% of applicants.
How much does Jackson State University cost?
At Jackson State University, the average net price after aid is about $23,836 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $32,415 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Jackson State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 820–1070 on the SAT and 15–20 on the ACT.
What are Jackson State University's application deadlines?
Jackson State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Jul 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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